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UPDATE: St. Lucie County Artificial Reef Program

Another year of artificial reefing in St. Lucie County is winding down. This summer’s construction activity resulted in another 1,500-ton secondary concrete reef being deployed 400 feet west of the 1,500-ton reef deployed in 2014.

FWC Update: November 2015

A quick review of Permit, Florida Pompano and African Pompano Regulations

Artificial Bahama-style Coral Heads Placed off Jupiter Inlet

A “Bahamian coral head” designed artificial reef has taken shape just off the Jupiter coastline.
The Coastal Conservation Association Florida

The Coastal Conservation Association Florida

CRYSTAL RIVER, FLORIDA, 10/17/2015 – The Coastal Conservation Association Florida (CCA) STAR Tournament Presented by Yamaha held their Awards Banquet …
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The oyster is our world at Florida Oceanographic

Restoring oysters is key to ensuring the health of our estuaries. Oyster reefs are the kidneys of an estuary, with a single adult oyster able to filter up to 50 gallons of water per day!

Barracuda conservation measures for South Florida begin Nov. 1, 2015

FWC new recreational and commercial bag limits for barracuda for waters off south Florida to limit bag limits to two fish per person and daily vessel limit of six fish per vessel set to begin Nov. 1. The changes will apply in state and federal waters off Collier, Monroe, Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Martin counties only

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Swordfish That ‘Looked Like a Dinosaur’ Should Crush the Alabama State Record by 102 Pounds

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Legend Flip Pallot Passes

The Fishing World lost one of its heroes as Flip Pallot passed away on August 26th, 2025. Flip inspired generations of anglers to pursue excellence and cherish the wonders and beauty of nature.

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Cruising the Abacos – An Adventure in Paradise

The Islands of the Bahamas are a paradise! The time to go is when an event is happening and with a shallow-draft boat to enjoy all the gorgeous islands.